Sporting Cristal defeats Alianza Lima 3-2 in dramatic Clausura match

Sporting Cristal secured a 3-2 victory over Alianza Lima at the Alberto Gallardo stadium, moving to the top of the Torneo Clausura standings with 28 points. The win, achieved through a 90+2 minute goal by Santiago González, places Cristal at the summit of the table, sharing the lead with Sport Huancayo on points but leading via goal difference.

Goals for Sporting Cristal were provided by Luis Iberico, Hernán Barcos, and Santiago González. Alianza Lima’s goals came from Jairo Vélez and Eryc Castillo. The match was marked by significant tension, including a heated verbal altercation between Sporting Cristal striker Hernán Barcos and Alianza Lima coach Pablo Guede. The confrontation occurred both during the match and again near the dressing rooms after the final whistle, requiring intervention from players and security.

Following the loss, Alianza Lima remains at 25 points, reducing their chances of winning the Clausura tournament. Meanwhile, Universitario de Deportes follows closely in second place with 27 points and a game in hand.